Vacancy title:
Project Officer (PO)
[Type: CONTRACTOR, Industry: Nonprofit, and NGO, Category: Social Services & Nonprofit, Business Operations, Management, Healthcare, Communications & Writing]
Jobs at:
Good People International
Deadline of this Job:
Friday, January 9 2026
Duty Station:
Nyamata Sector, Bugesera District | Bugesera
Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, January 7 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Background
GOOD PEOPLE INTERNATIONAL (GPI) was established as an INGO in 1999 to combat poverty and disease across the globe and support people in need. Good People International, an international development NGO, holds a special status in UN ECOSOC.
GPI’s Vision & Mission
GPI exist to make a joyful world where no one is suffering from poverty, disaster, and disease by means of relief and support for people to be self-reliant.
GPI aims to be the leading humanitarian organization to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals for no poverty, zero hunger, good health and well-being, and quality education.
GPI is carrying out various projects to achieve its goals, such as health and medical services; water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH); income generation; support for vulnerable families; agriculture; and humanitarian assistance.
GPI Rwanda
In Rwanda, GPI will implement a project titled “School-Based Integrated Nutrition and Hygiene Improvement Project in Nyamata and Mayange, Rwanda.” The project aims to:
Improve the nutrition of school meals and the hygiene environment.
Enhance community awareness of healthy behaviors.
GPI is seeking passionate and experienced professionals to join our team. We are dedicated to creating meaningful impacts by improving students’ nutritional status, as well as their hygiene environment and practices.
Key Responsibility:
Implement project activities and support monitoring, performance management and evaluation to ensure project objectives are achieved.
Communicate closely with stakeholders including schools, local authorities, and partners, to ensure effective coordination and information sharing.
Assist the Project Manager in day-to-day project operations, including planning, implementation, and reporting.
Qualifications:
Commitment to Good People International’s mission and values
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Public Health, Nutrition, or a related field
Proven track record in managing nutrition projects, including school-based nutrition and WASH initiatives
Knowledge of school gardens and chicken rearing (preferred)
Experience in social and behavior change communication with communities (preferred)
High level of self-motivation, initiative, and professional integrity
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Kinyarwanda
Proficiency in computer applications and software relevant to project management
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: postgraduate degree
Job application procedure
Interested in applying for this job? Click here to submit your application now.
If you meet the qualifications and are passionate about making a difference, please send your CV and a cover letter no later than 17:00 on 9 January 2026.
When submitting your application, please use the following format for your subject line: NHIP_PO_[Your Name]
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